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This episode was recorded live on Friday, April 3, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI. 

In this episode, Nathan and Glenn continue their conversation from last week about the Slate EV Truck, discussing battery range, charging options, towing capacity, winter performance, and whether it fits real‑world needs. Later, they open the phone lines for Ask‑A‑Mechanic, covering topics like auto‑stop systems, painting a vehicle hood, computer viruses, spring car maintenance, tire rotation, and more. 

Chapters:
00:00 Intro & Greetings
03:20 Slate Truck Discussion Begins
06:02 Charging Options Explained
09:18 EV Fire Safety vs Gas Vehicles
13:06 Slate Truck Size & Comfort
17:04 Towing Capacity & Winter Driving
20:41 Customization & DIY Features
22:44 Break & Sponsor Message
25:06 Ask‑A‑Mechanic Segment 
27:04 Auto‑Stop Feature Explained
29:58 Caller: Hood Painting & Computer Viruses
39:00 Spring Car Maintenance Tips
48:14 Multi‑Point Inspections Explained
52:12 Closing Thoughts & Show Wrap‑Up

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